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Global Product Manager

Nordson

Wixom, MI
Full Time
Senior
2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

The Global Product Manager (PPM) at Nordson is responsible for managing a specific portfolio of products within the Industrial Coatings line of business. This role involves leading new product development using Nordson's stage gate process, working closely with customers, engineering, sales, and operations to define strategy, manage product lifecycles, develop roadmaps, and execute go-to-market plans. Nordson fosters a supportive culture grounded in integrity and excellence, with a focus on innovation in manufacturing and serving diverse end markets.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage projects through the nVision NPD stage gate process, ensuring a steady stream of ideas move through the funnel, developing business cases, documenting product requirements, defining and implementing product launch plans, and achieving NPD 3-year revenue and profitability targets.
  • Develop integrated product portfolio strategy aligned with the business unit strategic plan, including positioning, product line roadmaps, and lifecycle planning.
  • Conduct and document Voice of the Customer (VOC) activities to validate market understanding and identify unmet customer needs for new products, services, and solutions.
  • Define product value proposition and messaging for personas throughout the buyer's journey.
  • Coordinate with international teams to develop localized go-to-market plans.
  • Develop collateral and sales tools for promotions and campaigns with marketing communications.
  • Conduct market research, customer and product portfolio analysis including segmentation, pricing, revenue, margin, and competitor analysis.
  • Provide sales training, identify target customers, and communicate how to win.
  • Deliver projects on schedule and within budget by developing detailed project plans with phases, milestones, tasks, interdependencies, durations, resource assignments, and costs.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree required.
  • 5+ years of relevant experience in marketing, product management, project management, engineering, or sales.
  • Preferably experience in B2B OEM or industrial markets with exposure to SAP.
  • Demonstrated strength in problem solving, data analysis, and communication.
  • Strong business acumen and ability to present the organization and its products effectively.
  • Ability to respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers.
  • Strong customer focus and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with SAP.

Working at Nordson

Nordson promotes a supportive culture grounded in integrity and excellence, encouraging employees to reach their personal best, contribute to community efforts, and work together with an entrepreneurial mindset to solve challenging problems and advance manufacturing technology.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 30, 2025
Job CategoryProduct Management
SalaryCompetitive salary
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceSenior

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About Nordson

Website

nordson.com

Company Size

5001-10000 employees

Location

Wixom, MI

Industry

All Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing

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